Our Programs

All initiatives below are “Phase 1” concepts—under development for launch in the 2025-2026 academic year. Your support will help us transform these ideas into enduring traditions that strengthen every Citadel NROTC Midshipman.

Scholarship and Micro-Grant Fund

Invest directly in student success.

  • What it is: A rolling micro-grant and tuition-gap scholarship fund for Cadets and Midshipmen who face unexpected financial hurdles (books, certification fees, emergency travel, etc.).

  • How it works: Award cycles each semester; requests vetted by an alumni–staff panel to ensure need and merit.

  • Pilot goal: $15 k endowed by Spring 2026 to cover at least ten $1 500 micro-grants.

  • Impact: Keeps future Naval and Marine officers on track to commission—free from distracting financial stress.

Leader-to-Leader Mentoring

Pairing tomorrow’s officers with today’s leaders.

  • What it is: A structured, six-month mentoring track that matches Midshipmen with veteran officers, industry executives, and distinguished alumni.

  • Phases:

    1. 360º Leadership Self-Assessment

    2. Monthly Goal-Oriented Sessions (ethics, decision-making, career planning)

    3. Capstone “Leader Shadow Day”—mentees spend a day on-site with their mentor.*

  • Pilot cohort: 10 mentees / 10 mentors starting Fall 2026.

  • Need: Travel stipends & program materials (~$4 k) plus volunteer mentors.

*Shadow days occur during academic breaks to avoid conflict with military training.

Morale & Heritage Events

Honoring tradition, building esprit de corps.

  • Flagship events in planning:

    • Citadel Navy-Marine Corps Birthday Ball (Nov 2025)

    • Heritage Night Speaker Series (quarterly alumni & Gold Star family presentations)

    • Family Day “Sea-Service Showcase” (Spring 2025 static displays & STEM booths)

  • Why it matters: Shared history and ceremony foster the pride, cohesion, and professionalism we expect from Naval officers.

  • Ways to help: Event sponsorships, in-kind venue support, or volunteer roles (decor, photography, guest coordination).

Service-Through-Service Projects

Leadership learned through action.

  • Mission: Connect Midshipmen to high-impact community projects that align with Navy-Marine values (coastal conservation, veteran outreach, STEM tutoring).

  • Structure: Foundation supplies mini-grants ($250-$500) for project supplies, transport, and safety gear; Cadets lead planning & execution.

  • Metrics: 100% Midshipman participation in at least one service project prior to commissioning; 2 000+ community hours annually by 2027.

  • Current need: $5 k seed funding and local partner recommendations.

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